Systems Analytics

CIDA will pursue its activities with a systems perspective to tackle challenges at the farm, regional, national, and global levels, while considering the technical, social, economic, and environmental dimensions of agriculture. In this vision, systems analytics — advanced computing approaches that leverage artificial intelligence, machine learning and systems engineering — forms a pervasive component of our initiatives to capture, curate, interpret, and disseminate diverse data sets. Analytic frameworks will guide and optimize our technological innovations and facilitate scientific discovery and its translation into the field. These platforms will also provide effective interfaces for engagement of a broad range of stakeholders in the development and deployment of new technologies. Finally, these platforms will form the backbone of operational DA systems for producers, distributors, consumers, insurers, government agencies and policy-makers to consume natural resources more sustainably, improve distribution networks, and pursue socio-economic prosperity.